Line Lead

Description

Overview: At PepsiCo, we are looking for an experienced and inspiring **Line Lead** to lead the operational agenda of our **Can and RGB production cells**, overseeing both **Production and Maintenance teams** at our manufacturing plant in Etxabarri\-Ibiña (Vitoria\-Gasteiz). This role requires a strong people leader with a passion for operational excellence, capable of driving safety, productivity, efficiency, cost optimization, continuous improvement, and high\-performance team culture. The successful candidate will be a results\-oriented leader who thrives in a fast\-paced manufacturing environment and consistently delivers sustainable business outcomes. Responsibilities: **Key Responsibilities** ------------------------ ### **Operations Leadership** * Lead the operational performance of the Can and RGB production areas, ensuring the achievement of Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Productivity targets. * Drive operational excellence through effective execution of manufacturing strategies and best practices. * Develop and foster a high\-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. * Monitor and improve production efficiency, line performance, OEE, and productivity across the manufacturing process. * Identify operational inefficiencies and implement corrective and preventive actions to optimize workflows and processes. * Collaborate cross\-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and other stakeholders to achieve business objectives. * Prepare, analyze, and present operational performance reports, productivity metrics, and improvement plans. ### **Maintenance Leadership** * Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and plant availability. * Ensure the effective execution of maintenance programs, minimizing downtime and maximizing asset performance. * Partner with Engineering teams to develop and implement technical improvements and innovative solutions. * Drive reliability initiatives and maintenance excellence practices across the plant. * Ensure compliance with all maintenance standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements. ### **Continuous Improvement \& Projects** * Champion Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and productivity initiatives. * Lead transformation and capital investment projects from planning through execution. * Support the implementation of new technologies, processes, and operational best practices. * Promote root cause analysis and structured problem\-solving methodologies. * Drive sustainability and operational efficiency improvements aligned with PepsiCo's strategic objectives. ### **Health, Safety \& Environment** * Lead by example in promoting a strong safety\-first culture. * Ensure compliance with all Environment, Health \& Safety (EHS) policies, standards, and legal requirements. * Actively identify and mitigate operational risks while driving continuous safety improvements. ### **People Leadership** * Lead, coach, and develop Production and Maintenance teams. * Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and performance management. * Foster employee engagement and collaboration across all levels of the organization. * Create an inclusive workplace culture aligned with PepsiCo values. Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline). * Proven experience leading Operations and Maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG. * Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement methodologies, productivity improvement and operational excellence. * Demonstrated experience driving safety, quality, service, cost and people agendas in a production setting. * Solid background in maintenance management, including preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, equipment reliability and asset performance. * Experience leading cross\-functional projects and working effectively within a matrix organization. * Strong analytical, problem\-solving and decision\-making skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business improvements. * Excellent leadership, coaching and people development capabilities, with a proven track record of building high\-performing teams. * Results\-oriented professional with a winning attitude, growth mindset and passion for delivering sustainable business outcomes. * Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.